Kashima Shrine (Shinagawa-ku)
鹿嶋神社
Ancient Tokyo shrine dedicated to a powerful deity, known for its sumo history and preserved buildings.
What it is
- Shrine founded in 969.
- Dedicated to the deity Takemikazuchi-no-kami.
- Historically one of three great sumo areas outside Edo.
What to see
- Current main shrine building completed in 1931.
- Auxiliary shrine from 1862 is preserved.
- Several auxiliary shrines on the grounds.
- Certified as one of Shinagawa's 100 Landscapes.
Getting there
- 7-minute walk from Omori Station.
- 3-minute walk from Kashima Jinja-mae bus stop.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
東京都品川区大井6丁目18-36 Open in Google Maps
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